If staying connected and ahead of the curve matters, the 2026 Ford Escape delivers. Expect the same infotainment system, advanced driver-assistance features, and smart integrations that elevate your daily drive in one of the final years of production.
Get a sneak peek at what we anticipate as we preview the 2026 Ford Escape, a compact crossover SUV designed for everyday life, offering all the versatility and fuel efficiency you need, along with intuitive technology and driver assistance features.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2026 Ford Escape returns for another run as a compact crossover SUV that’s fuel-efficient and enjoyable to drive.
- The 2026 Ford Escape marks the final production of this model as Ford transitions to new all-electric vehicles.
- Get the new 2026 Ford Escape, available exclusively at Banner Ford in Mandeville and other select states.
What models and features are available for the 2026 Ford Escape?
So far, we expect the 2026 Ford Escape lineup to remain the same, or, based on production, this could be a trimmed-down lineup with fewer models. The 2025 lineup includes the Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum.
The lineup also consists of a Plug-in Hybrid model with a 2.5L I-4 hybrid engine, which is also offered as an option for the ST-Line models and above. We expect the 2.5L I-4 hybrid engine to be an option for the 2026 Ford Escape models and to come with similar features and advanced driver assistance technology. These features and more are why experts like J.D. Power rank the Ford Escape in the top three best compact SUVs of 2025.
2026 Ford Escape Expected Features:
- Heated Front-Row Seats and Steering Wheel
- Power Liftgate
- 13.2-inch Touchscreen
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control
- LED lighting inside and out
- Parking Sensors
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
- Remote Start System
- Selectable Drive Modes
- USB ports
- FordPass Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Is this the last year of production for the Ford Escape?
The 2026 Ford Escape marks the final production of this model as Ford transitions to new all-electric vehicles (EVs). Outlets like Edmunds and Car and Driver have started reporting on potential replacements for the fuel-efficient, compact Ford Escape SUV. As Ford shifts its focus to a sustainable EV market to align with its mission and environmental trends, Banner Ford continues selling and servicing gas-powered Fords and new Ford EVs.
When can I buy the new 2026 Ford Escape at Banner Ford?
We expect the 2026 Ford Escape to arrive at Banner Ford by the end of the year, which is right in time for you to drive your new SUV next year. The new 2026 Ford Escape will be sold at Banner Ford, but not in all fifty states, specifically, California, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, Oregon, and Washington. With new emission laws and regulations, the Ford Escape will be sold in limited states and regions like Mandeville, Arkansas.